You need not be a rocket scientist to realize Baylor QB and Heisman Trophy winner Robert Griffin III is the main reason the Alamo Bowl will be very well attended tonight, if not sold out. But let me share with you this: a relative of mine who works for the game’s sponsor (Valero) says tickets for employees have gone into a lottery system. Usually, each Valero employee gets six.

Yes, folks, tickets are scarce. According to Ticketmaster, there are less than 200 lower-level tickets left. And, of course, noise-bleeds are still available.

VIA is providing park-and-ride to the dome from Crossroads, Blossom Athletic Center, and Madla Transit Center, beginning at 5:30 p.m. Thursday. One-way trips cost $2.50. Service continues until 45 after the game. VIA also is providing shuttle service to the dome from points along Third and Fourth streets, St. Mary’s Street and Cesar E. Chavez Boulevard. Shuttle bus fare is $1.10 each way.